Business Important Information

The Malaysian Government has officially announced: Private education institutions will enjoy a full exemption from the HRD Training Levy (HRD Levy) for the 2026 assessment [...]

The Royal Malaysian Customs Department has issued Service Tax Policy No. 3/2025, introducing multiple exemptions and transitional arrangements for construction services. Effective immediately, the measures [...]

Malaysia’s updated service tax framework has come into effect. Contract terms, tenant status, and group structure will directly determine tax exposure. Businesses and property owners [...]

The Malaysian Government has officially issued P.U. (A) 15 (2026), introducing significant revisions to the tariff concessions under the ASEAN–China Free Trade Area (ACFTA). Certain [...]

Form EA (C.P.8A) is an annual remuneration statement issued by employers to employees for personal income tax filing. It covers salary, benefits, tax deductions, EPF, [...]

If your company currently has PERKESO Late Payment Interest (FCLB), you may now take advantage of this initiative and apply for up to 80% rebate [...]

The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) has issued General Ruling No. 1/2026, providing critical clarification on Sales Tax refund eligibility for exported goods. Effective from [...]

According to information published by the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN), individuals whose annual income falls below certain thresholds may not be required to [...]

The GGSM 2.0 (Government Guarantee Scheme MADANI 2) is a government-backed financing initiative designed to help Malaysian SMEs access larger loan amounts, favorable terms, and [...]

A Beneficial Owner (BO) is not merely a nominee or registered shareholder, but the individual who ultimately owns or exercises direct or indirect control over [...]

Effective from 1 March, the Malaysian government has officially opened applications for the Internship Placement Matching Grant. Under this programme, eligible SMEs and start-ups may [...]

Attention Malaysian Employees and Self-Employed Individuals! The Employees Provident Fund (EPF/KWSP) has announced significant reforms effective January 1, 2026, aiming to secure long-term retirement funds. [...]

Effective 2026, any vehicle entering Labuan or Langkawi with a value exceeding RM300,000 will be required to pay Sales Tax Key Highlights From 2026, sales [...]

To assist companies in developing local talent and improve internship-to-employment pathways, the Malaysian Government, through TalentCorp, has launched the LiKES (Internship Placement Matching Grant for [...]

To support SMEs in accelerating digital transformation, LHDN has introduced the official MyInvois e-POS platform—enabling seamless e-Invoicing compliance while helping businesses integrate sales, inventory, and [...]

The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN) has announced a penalty waiver on CP500 instalment tax payments for the Year of Assessment (YA) 2026.However, the [...]

Key regulatory shifts that will directly impact how businesses manage tax reporting, compliance processes and risk exposure in 2026. Early understanding and preparation are essential [...]

As Malaysia moves into 2026, employment regulations continue to evolve to strengthen employee protection while ensuring fair and compliant business operations. Below is a clear [...]

In line with efforts to strengthen economic resilience, enhance public well-being, and improve governance, the Government has introduced a series of new policies for 2026. [...]

Starting from the 2025 Assessment Year (YA 2025), Malaysia’s National Education Savings Scheme (SSPN) introduces significant changes to tax relief rules. This guide combines policy [...]